The Fortune Cookie (1966)

"The Fortune Cookie" (1966) is a comedy film directed by Billy Wilder. The story revolves around a cameraman who gets injured during a football game and his conniving brother-in-law who convinces him to exaggerate his injuries and sue for a big settlement. The main characters, played by Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau, navigate a web of deception and morality as they become entangled in a fraudulent scheme. The film explores themes of loyalty, truth, and the consequences of greed in a lighthearted comedic tone.